Drugs that enslave : $b The opium, morphine, chloral and hashisch habits

"Drugs That Enslave: The Opium, Morphine, Chloral and Hashish Habits" by H. H. (Harry Hubbell) Kane is a late 19th-century work that examines the perilous addictions to drugs like opium and morphine. It explores how these substances affect the body and mind, discussing the social consequences and aiming to inform both doctors and the general public about the rising problems of drug dependence during that time. It starts out serious, pointing out that more people are becoming addicted as society changes quickly. Kane mentions alarming increases in opium and morphine use, highlighting the ability of these drugs to trap people who become reliant on them to ease their pain. He showcases the devastating physical and mental impact on users and shedding light on a concerning trend of good lives destroyed by these substances.